CVE-2024-1039CWE-798

Use of Hard-coded Credentials in Gessler GmbH WEB-MASTER

Critical · published February 1, 2024

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
53.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 Gessler GmbH WEB-MASTER is sitting on a gold mine of weak hard-coded credentials, making it alarmingly easy for attackers to take control of your web management. 🔥 This flaw is like having a back door to your office with a lock that can be opened with any generic key — anyone who finds it can waltz right in without breaking a sweat! If exploited, an attacker could gain full administrative access, allowing them to alter configurations, steal sensitive data, or even launch attacks on connected systems. This could lead to devastating data breaches and significant damage to your organization's reputation.

Put simply

This flaw is like having a back door to your office with a lock that can be opened with any generic key — anyone who finds it can waltz right in without breaking a sweat! CVE-2024-1039 reveals that the restoration account for Gessler GmbH WEB-MASTER features weak hard-coded credentials, allowing unauthorized users to gain administrative control over the web management interface.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could gain full administrative access, allowing them to alter configurations, steal sensitive data, or even launch attacks on connected systems. This could lead to devastating data breaches and significant damage to your organization's reputation. Immediate action is crucial: Change the hard-coded credentials to a strong, unique password right away. Additionally, review your security policies to ensure all accounts utilize secure authentication practices. Don't forget to update your firmware to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability! You’ve got this! Follow these steps and secure your environment in no time. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00719 · 53.4th percentile
Weakness
CWE-798 · Use of Hard-coded Credentials
Published
2024-02-01T21:38Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 01 FEB 21:38Z
    Use of Hard-coded Credentials in Gessler GmbH WEB-MASTER
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